Twitter users have expressed their amazement at Japan’s incredible World Cup offside trap against Senegal.

Japan’s 2-2 draw with Senegal was a nail-biting match for both sides. With four points each, both are holding joint first positions at the top of their group and are one game away from the knockout stage.

Takashi Iuni curled the ball into the Senegalese net just before half time but Moussa Wague edged Senegal into the lead again on the 71st minute.

Substitute Keisuke Honda responded by quickly making the game level only 7 minutes later.

However, the scoreline was not the biggest talking point of the match. Although it did not lead to a goal, Japan’s brilliant offside play caught viewers around the world, as well as Senegal, completely off guard.

Some regarded the play as the “best off-side trap in history” after Japan managed to trap six Senegalese players offside.

“Isn’t that the best offside trap ever??” One Twitter user wrote. “Congrats Japan y’all just set the bar in offside traps.

Born in Taiwan, Joan moved to the UK at an early age. Struggling to understand her identity and her place in society, Joan keeps a low personal profile but is keen to share her thoughts with the wider world.